Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of computational revolution! We're pioneering quantum solutions that will redefine industries by 2026. As a Quantum Computing Architect, you'll design scalable quantum systems that solve previously impossible problems. Our Austin hub combines cutting-edge research with startup agility, offering unparalleled opportunities to shape the future of technology.
Why Nexus Quantum Labs? We offer competitive equity packages, unlimited PTO, and a $15,000 annual learning stipend. Our interdisciplinary teams collaborate on breakthrough projects in cryptography, drug discovery, and climate modeling.
Responsibilities
- Design fault-tolerant quantum computing architectures for enterprise-scale applications
- Develop quantum algorithms optimized for 100+ qubit systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to bridge quantum software-hardware interfaces
- Create quantum security protocols for next-gen data protection
- Lead R&D initiatives in quantum machine learning applications
- Mentor junior quantum engineers and publish research findings
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science (or equivalent experience)
- 5+ years experience with quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault-tolerance techniques
- Published research in quantum algorithms or quantum information theory
- Strong background in distributed systems and high-performance computing
- Experience with cloud quantum platforms (IBM Quantum, AWS Braket)